Software Engineer (Linux/Virtualization)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (Linux/Virtualization): Developing and optimizing the Acropolis Hypervisor (AHV) with an accent on VM lifecycle management and security features. Focus on kernel-level development, enhancing system reliability, and implementing scalable distributed services.

Location: Hybrid (must be based in the US), minimum 3 days per week in office

Salary: $156,000 – $310,800 per year

Company

hirify.global is a cloud computing company providing enterprise-grade hypervisor and software solutions for private cloud workloads.

What you will do

• Contribute to the development of the Acropolis Hypervisor (AHV).
• Design and implement new security features for the AHV environment.
• Maintain and resolve issues in AHV security components.
• Improve the overall reliability, performance, and security of the hypervisor.
• Interact with open source communities to advance software solutions.
• Lead the development of new features from initial concept to market delivery.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in C and Python programming languages.
• Extensive knowledge of UNIX/Linux OS internals.
• Experience developing software at the kernel level for Unix/Linux/BSD operating systems.
• Familiarity with x86 architecture, virtualization, storage, and network management.
• Expertise in multi-threading, algorithms, and data structures on Linux.
• Strong debugging skills specifically in Linux kernel mode.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement balancing remote work and in-person collaboration.
• Comprehensive medical, financial, and 401(k) benefits.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
• Company lunch days twice a week to foster team connections.
• Document-based communication culture to minimize unnecessary meetings.